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The MA Screen - Acting at University of the Arts London (UAL) prepares you for work in film and television and related fields by bringing together the key artistic knowledge and skills that are needed to give a truthful and exciting performance on screen. This course is delivered in close collaboration with MA Screen - Directing.

Whether on film or television or other recorded media such radio. The student will be involved in many filmed projects including a final short film professionally produced as well as professionally shot show reel material. The course also gives the student a full programme of professional preparation with current industry professionals, including casting directors, agents, producers.

At the heart of the postgraduate course is the growth of individual creativity, achieved through constant opportunities for working on camera-based projects with colleagues from other pathways. Course components include acting skills and practice, the creation and production of filmed dramas (shot in the studio and on location), and in-depth preparation for the profession (including interview and audition techniques).

Careers

The training equips you to work in drama realised on film, television and radio. Some MA Screen - Acting graduates have gone on to work on the stage. An impressive list of performers and a number of world-famous directors have emerged from courses at Drama Centre London.

Programme Structure

Distinctive features of MA Screen - Acting are:

An intense conservatoire approach to training for the screen

A performance-led approach to film

A company operating model

The acquisition of a deep understanding of the processes leading to the creation of the films.

A professional learning model that prepares you for direct entry into the world of work

A focus on creative solutions to the technical aspects of production

Concentration on professional preparation with industry professionals.

Assessment

Assessment is practical, based on performance and class work. There is no formal written examination, though you will be expected to carry out and present extensive research, as well as deliver practice-informed reflective journal summaries.

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

Minimum required score:

7

The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

General Requirements

Entry requirements

An honours degree in acting, drama, directing, theatre studies, dance, or a relevant art and design discipline OR

A Level 3 Diploma from a recognised professional drama or dance school OR

An equivalent EU / international qualification.

Personal statement

Your personal statement should give us information about yourself and why you want to join the course (between 300-500 words) and should include:

Details of your particular subject interests

Relevant experience or abilities

What you wish to achieve on the course

Your career aspirations.

Tuition Fee

International Applies to you

21840 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 21840 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

EU/EEA Applies to you

16800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 16800 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.

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Living costs for London

1137 - 2160 GBP/month

Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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